Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket: Prices, Routes & Is It Worth It?

The Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket (ARTT) is a convenient public transport pass for travellers who want to explore Amsterdam and venture beyond the city centre.

Available for 1, 2 or 3 consecutive calendar days, it combines unlimited travel on participating trains, trams, buses and metros across the Amsterdam Area, including connections to Schiphol Airport and popular day-trip destinations such as Haarlem, Zaanse Schans and Volendam.

If you are wondering whether the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket is worth it, this guide explains what is included, where you can travel and when the pass offers the best value.

Updated: September 8, 2026

What Is the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket?

The Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket, commonly shortened to ARTT, is designed for visitors who want more flexibility than a city-only Amsterdam transport ticket.

With one pass, you can travel throughout Amsterdam using participating GVB trams, buses, metros and ferries, while also travelling farther afield on eligible NS trains and regional services operated by Connexxion, EBS and AllGo.

This wider coverage is what makes the ARTT particularly useful. You can use it for eligible journeys between Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam, spend your time sightseeing around the city, and then use the same ticket for day trips into the surrounding region.

However, the ARTT is not necessarily the best-value choice if you plan to remain entirely within Amsterdam. A city-only GVB ticket may be cheaper. The real value of the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket comes when your itinerary combines Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and regional day trips.

Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket Prices

The Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket is available for 1, 2 or 3 consecutive calendar days. Current 2026 prices are:

• 1 day — €23
• 2 days — €34
• 3 days — €44

The longer passes offer better value per day, but whether the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket is worth it depends on how you plan to travel. If your itinerary includes Schiphol Airport and regional day trips alongside sightseeing in Amsterdam, the convenience of having these journeys covered by one ticket can make the ARTT a practical choice.

If you plan to stay mainly within Amsterdam, compare the cost with a city-only GVB ticket before buying.

Tip: These are calendar-day tickets rather than 24, 48 or 72-hour passes. If you first use your ticket late in the day, that day still counts as the first day of validity.

Prices are correct for 2026 but may change. Check the current fare before purchasing.

Journeys Covered by the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket

One of the biggest advantages of the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket is how much of the Amsterdam Area you can explore with a single pass.

The ticket includes second-class travel on eligible NS trains within the Amsterdam Area, alongside participating GVB trams, buses, metros and ferries. Regional services operated by Connexxion, EBS and AllGo are also included, together with participating night buses.

For visitors, this opens up far more than central Amsterdam. You can use the ticket for eligible journeys involving Schiphol Airport, as well as popular day trips to places such as Haarlem, Zaanse Schans and Volendam.

Pre-Purchase the ARTT and Download the Voucher Here to be Exchanged in Amsterdam

Visiting Keukenhof with the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket

Travelling during tulip season? The ARTT can also be useful if Keukenhof Gardens is part of your itinerary.

During the spring flower season, the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket can also be useful for visiting Keukenhof. Special seasonal bus services operate between Keukenhof and selected transport hubs in and around Amsterdam. As routes and departure points can change from one season to the next, check the current Keukenhof transport information before planning your journey.

Where to Collect the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket

If you purchase the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket online, you may receive a voucher that needs to be exchanged for your travel ticket when you arrive in Amsterdam.

There are several official locations where Amsterdam & Region Travel Tickets are available, including:

• Schiphol Airport: Connexxion Tickets & Info at Schiphol Plaza, as well as ticket facilities within Schiphol Plaza.
• Amsterdam Centraal Station: GVB Tickets & Info, EBS Tickets & Info and the I amsterdam Store.
• Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA: GVB Tickets & Info.
• Amsterdam Zuid: GVB Tickets & Info.
• Amsterdam Noord: GVB Tickets & Info.

Tickets are also available from selected transport ticket counters and other authorised sales points around the Amsterdam Area.

Opening hours and collection arrangements can change, so check the information supplied with your online voucher before travelling.

Once your ticket is activated, remember to check in and check out for every journey. This applies when travelling by train, metro, tram and bus.

Important Information about the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket

If you receive a voucher when purchasing your Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket, make sure you follow the collection or exchange instructions provided with your booking before you begin travelling.

The ticket is valid from your first check-in until 04:00 after the final valid day, depending on whether you have purchased a 1, 2 or 3-day ticket.

Importantly, these are calendar days rather than 24-hour periods. Each travel day begins at midnight. For example, if you first use a 2-day ticket on Wednesday, it will remain valid through Wednesday and Thursday, until 04:00 on Friday morning.

Remember to check in and check out for every journey and keep your ticket safe throughout your trip. Lost or damaged tickets may not be replaceable, so check the terms supplied by your ticket provider when purchasing.

Download the Voucher for the Amsterdam Regional Transport Ticket Here.

Choosing How to Get Around Amsterdam

The Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket is particularly useful if your itinerary takes you beyond central Amsterdam, but it may not be the best transport option for every trip.

If you are arriving by air, my guide to travelling from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam city centre compares the train, bus, taxi and private transfer options, helping you choose the easiest way to begin your stay.

Staying near Museumplein, the Rijksmuseum or Leidseplein? The Amsterdam Airport Express Bus 397 is another option worth considering, with a direct connection from Schiphol Airport to this part of the city.

For travellers planning plenty of sightseeing, you may also want to compare the regional travel ticket with the I Amsterdam City Card. The City Card serves a different purpose, combining Amsterdam public transport with admission to many museums, attractions and experiences.

Exploring Amsterdam by Bike

Of course, public transport is only one way to get around Amsterdam. Cycling is woven into everyday life here, and there are several ways to experience the city on two wheels.

If you feel confident exploring independently, begin with my guide to renting a bike in Amsterdam, followed by my cycling tips for Amsterdam and favourite cycle routes around Amsterdam.

Prefer some local guidance? A bike tour in Amsterdam can be an easier introduction to the city’s cycling culture, particularly if this is your first visit.

Or try something rather different. Canal biking in Amsterdam takes you onto the water by pedal boat, offering a fun and more leisurely way to experience the city’s famous canals.

Whether you travel by train, tram, bus, bike or even pedal boat, having a little understanding of your options before you arrive makes exploring Amsterdam and its surrounding region much easier.

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